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How to Identify and Classify Zucchinis
Contributed by: Woolley
  • 1. What family does zucchini belong to?
A) Rosaceae
B) Brassicaceae
C) Solanaceae
D) Cucurbitaceae
  • 2. Zucchini is botanically classified as a:
A) Root
B) Fruit
C) Vegetable
D) Stem
  • 3. What is the typical shape of a zucchini?
A) Round and bulbous
B) Elongated and cylindrical
C) Flat and disk-shaped
D) Heart-shaped
  • 4. Common zucchini colors include:
A) Pink, white, grey
B) Dark green, light green, yellow
C) Orange, brown, black
D) Red, blue, purple
  • 5. What is the texture of a zucchini's skin?
A) Rough
B) Smooth
C) Bumpy
D) Hairy
  • 6. The zucchini flower is typically:
A) Red
B) Purple
C) Blue
D) Yellow
  • 7. What is the name of the popular yellow zucchini variety?
A) Banana zucchini
B) Golden zucchini
C) Lemon zucchini
D) Sunshine zucchini
  • 8. Which of these is NOT a type of zucchini?
A) Costata Romanesco
B) Black Beauty
C) Butternut squash
D) Gold Rush
  • 9. Costata Romanesco zucchini is known for its:
A) Ribbed appearance
B) Sweet taste
C) Perfectly smooth skin
D) Extremely long length
  • 10. What is the ideal size to harvest zucchinis for best flavor?
A) 6-8 inches long
B) 1-2 inches long
C) 12-14 inches long
D) 20-24 inches long
  • 11. What does 'patty pan' refer to in the context of squash?
A) A specific part of the zucchini plant
B) A disease affecting zucchini plants
C) A type of summer squash related to zucchini
D) A cooking utensil for zucchini
  • 12. What is the flesh of a zucchini like?
A) Pale green to white, tender
B) Bright orange, tough
C) Dark brown, grainy
D) Deep red, fibrous
  • 13. How are zucchini seeds typically arranged inside the fruit?
A) Attached to the outer skin
B) Tightly packed in a single cluster
C) Absent in most varieties
D) Loosely dispersed in the center
  • 14. What distinguishes summer squash from winter squash?
A) Summer squash has a thinner skin and shorter storage life
B) Winter squash is harvested in the spring
C) Summer squash grows only in the summer
D) Winter squash is always sweeter than summer squash
  • 15. Which of these features is useful for identifying a zucchini?
A) Its spiky skin and orange color
B) Its round shape and rough skin
C) Its fuzzy texture and small size
D) Its cylindrical shape and smooth skin
  • 16. What is a common problem with overgrown zucchinis?
A) They become watery and less flavorful
B) They develop a tougher skin and stronger flavor
C) They become sweeter and more tender
D) They develop more vitamins
  • 17. What part of the zucchini plant can be cooked and eaten?
A) Roots only
B) Stems and leaves only
C) Seeds only
D) Fruit and flowers
  • 18. Which of the following is a common method of preparing zucchini?
A) Curing
B) Smoking
C) Grilling
D) Fermenting
  • 19. What climate is best suited for growing zucchinis?
A) Warm and sunny
B) Cold and shady
C) Dry and arid
D) Wet and humid
  • 20. What is the average shelf life of a zucchini in the refrigerator?
A) 1-2 weeks
B) 6 months
C) 1-2 days
D) 1-2 months
  • 21. Which disease commonly affects zucchini plants?
A) Powdery mildew
B) Root rot
C) Black spot
D) Leaf rust
  • 22. What pest commonly attacks zucchini plants?
A) Aphids
B) Cabbage worms
C) Squash bugs
D) Tomato hornworms
  • 23. How does proper spacing help zucchini plants?
A) Improves air circulation and reduces disease risk
B) Reduces the need for watering
C) Makes the plants bloom earlier
D) Increases the size of the fruit
  • 24. What type of soil is best for growing zucchini?
A) Rocky soil
B) Sandy, infertile soil
C) Clay-heavy, compacted soil
D) Well-draining, fertile soil
  • 25. What nutrient is especially important for zucchini growth?
A) Calcium
B) Iron
C) Nitrogen
D) Sodium
  • 26. What does 'determinate' refer to in the context of zucchini plants?
A) A plant that grows very tall
B) A plant that only produces one zucchini
C) A plant that requires staking
D) A plant with a bush-like growth habit
  • 27. What is the scientific name for common zucchini?
A) Cucumis sativus
B) Solanum lycopersicum
C) Cucurbita pepo
D) Brassica oleracea
  • 28. What is a common method to preserve zucchinis for later use?
A) Canning
B) Drying in the sun
C) Pickling in vinegar
D) Freezing
  • 29. Why should you avoid overhead watering of zucchini plants?
A) It can promote fungal diseases
B) It can wash away the soil
C) It can damage the roots
D) It can attract pests
  • 30. Which of these is a good companion plant for zucchini?
A) Fennel
B) Potatoes
C) Radishes
D) Marigolds
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